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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: Mike Norris (UK) on May 20, 2020, 08:47:05 AM

Title: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on May 20, 2020, 08:47:05 AM

Hi all,
The finished 1:32nd scale model of the Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'.
A prototype 'disposable' fighter, intended to be launched from towed pontoons or ship mounted platforms in the English Channel.
The intention was to intercept Zeppelins, that were attacking England, whilst they were still out over the sea.
At the end of the flight, the pilot was to ditch in the sea, then somehow get out of this tiny aircraft and probably at night - brave men indeed,
Needless to say the PV.7 and it's sister the Port Victoria PV.8 'Eastchurch Kitten' never went into operational service.

As usual, a fully detailed build log, in PDF format, will be available to download from my site (Gallery 2) - (site link below).

Mike

PS: The slack landing wire (left side) has been tightened.

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten1.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten2.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten3.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten4.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten5.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten6.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten7.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten8.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten9.jpg)

(http://www.thatoneplease.co/buildlogs/PV7/shots/kitten10.jpg)

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: smperry on May 20, 2020, 09:40:31 AM

First rate work Mike. Not a lot to that plane, unsurprising considering it's one time design, but you took those engine cylinders to town. You have to do a double take to realize just how simple the design really is. Not just anybody can pull that off.
sp

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: Alexis on May 20, 2020, 10:22:38 AM

Excellent job Mike , she sure is a small kite , but very different .


Terri

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: lcarroll on May 20, 2020, 12:27:30 PM

Really unique and beautifully done Mike, a model to be proud of! I enjoyed following your progress as with all of your projects.
Cheers,
Lance
 

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: FAf on May 21, 2020, 01:01:34 AM

Great build! There's a lot to like, but one thing especially is the way you've made the ribs standout just enough to create interest.
/Fredrik

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: lone modeller on May 21, 2020, 03:56:26 AM

A very interesting build thread and an outstanding model at the end. The figure is an additional touch to show jus how small this aircraft was. The finish is superb and the overall quality of the build likewise. A winner for me!

Stephen.

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: RAGIII on May 21, 2020, 05:31:59 AM

Awesome results Mike! As always I enjoyed following along!
RAGIII

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: kensar on May 21, 2020, 10:14:03 PM

Outstanding result, Mike.  I like the cylinder detail.
I think the concept of a disposable fighter illustrates how desperate things must have been at that time.

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: PrzemoL on May 21, 2020, 10:47:48 PM

Another great model from your bench. And such a unique subject. All top notch! Thanks for sharing your modelling and some interesting history.

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: Jimbo on May 22, 2020, 03:39:34 AM

Wow that’s amazing! And new to me, I’m sure it would have taken a lot of courage to go up in such a small craft, and against Zeppelins no less! Thanks for sharing;

Jimbo

Title: Re: 1:32nd scale - Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
Post by: dr 1 ace on May 24, 2020, 08:42:09 AM

Ad my compliments to all the above !

Ed